May 8, 2008
The FDA has completed its evaluation of certain flavors of Total Body Formula and Total Body Mega Formula and has detected risks for drug injuries.
The FDA reported that Total Body Formula in Tropical Orange and Peach Nectar flavors and Total Body Mega Formula in Orange/Tangerine flavor contain hazardous amounts of selenium that could cause drug injuries.
The FDA analysis also found high levels of chromium in the products. Excessive consumption of chromium can cause drug injuries including fatigue, muscle cramps, hyperactivity, hypoglycemia, renal failure and liver toxicity. High levels of chromium can also cause complications with other medications.
These products could also be responsible for Texas drug injuries.
Read more: http://www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/NEWS/2008/NEW01831.html